1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 2199 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2700 mm |
